Ingredient

Honey Bbq Seasoning

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use honey BBQ seasoning to impart a sweet, smoky, and tangy flavor profile …

What it is

Honey BBQ seasoning is a blend of spices and flavorings designed to mimic the taste of honey barbecue sauce. It typically includes sugar, salt, dehydrated honey, tomato powder, onion powder, garlic powder, and various spices like paprika and black pepper.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use honey BBQ seasoning to impart a sweet, smoky, and tangy flavor profile to a wide range of snack foods. It is most commonly found in potato chips, pretzels, popcorn, and other savory snacks.

Health notes

Honey BBQ seasoning is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring agent. The individual components, like sugar and salt, are subject to dietary guidelines. JECFA has evaluated many of the common ingredients used in such seasonings. Evidence on the health effects of consuming flavored snacks at typical intake levels is mixed, with some studies suggesting links to weight gain and others showing no significant impact.

Allergen info

Honey BBQ seasoning itself is not a major allergen. However, some spice blends may be processed in facilities that also handle allergens like wheat or soy, so cross-contamination is a possibility.

Products containing Honey Bbq Seasoning

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Topco Associates, Inc. Honey BBQ Flavored Multigrain Crisps Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 393kcal 17.9Protein 14.3Fat 57.1Carbs Pepsico Inc. 1.87Oz Lay's Honey BBQ Snacks 546kcal 5.7Protein 33.9Fat 56.5Carbs Lay's Honey Barbecue Potato 9.5 Ounce Bag Pepsico Inc. Lay's Honey Barbecue Potato 9.5 Ounce Bag Snacks 571kcal 7.1Protein 35.7Fat 57.1Carbs Pepsico Inc. 4.62Oz Fritos Honey BBQ Snacks 536kcal 7.1Protein 32.1Fat 57.1Carbs Pepsico Inc. Lay's Honey Barbecue Potato Chips 1.125 Ounces Snacks 566kcal 6.3Protein 34.6Fat 56.6Carbs Frito-Lay Company Puffed Ring's, Honey Barbeque Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 571kcal 3.6Protein 35.7Fat 50Carbs Frito-Lay Company Honey Barbecue Flavored Potato Chips, Honey Barbecue Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 536kcal 7.1Protein 32.1Fat 57.1Carbs Frito-Lay Company Lay's, Potato Chips, Honey Barbecue, Honey Barbecue Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 544kcal 6.0Protein 34.3Fat 56.5Carbs Conagra Frozen Foods Breaded Chicken Wing Sections, Honey BBQ Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 318kcal 18.8Protein 21.2Fat 12.9Carbs Frito-Lay Company Flavored Potato Snacks, Honey BBQ Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 536kcal 3.6Protein 28.6Fat 60.7Carbs Honey Barbecue Flavored Potato Chips, Honey Barbecue Frito-Lay Company Honey Barbecue Flavored Potato Chips, Honey Barbecue Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 536kcal 7.1Protein 32.1Fat 57.1Carbs Saratoga Chips LLC America's First Kettle Chip, Honey BBQ Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 536kcal 7.1Protein 28.6Fat 57.1Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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